Solid particles, such as those from pollen, dust, grinding, sweeping, sawing, bagging, or processing minerals, coal, iron ore, flour, metal, wood, and certain other substances. Liquids or non-oil based particles from sprays that do not also emit oil aerosols or vapors. For additional information on 3M use recommendations for this class of respirator, please consult the 3M Respirator Selection Guide found on the 3M OH&ESD web site at www.3M.com/occsafety or call 1-800-243-4630 in the U.S.A. In Canada, call 1-800-267-4414.

Do Not Use For:

Gases and vapors, oil aerosols, asbestos, or sandblasting. Particulate concentrations that exceed either 10 times the occupational exposure limit or applicable government regulations, whichever is lower. In the U.S., do not use when OSHA substance-specific standards, such as those for arsenic, cadmium, lead in the construction industry, or 4,4’-methylene dianiline (MDA) specify other types of respiratory protection. This respirator does not supply oxygen.

Biological Particles:

This respirator can help reduce exposure to certain airborne biological particles (e.g., viruses, mold, Bacillus anthracis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, etc.) but cannot eliminate the risk of contracting infection, illness or diseases. OSHA and other government agencies have not established safe exposure limits for these contaminants.

Please carefully read and follow the User Instructions provided with the product. You can additionally refer to the Owner's Manual tab for instructions on this respirator.

General on Use and Time Use Limitations:

This respirator mask is designed for occupational/professional use by adults who are properly trained in their use and limitations. While this mask can also be used in home settings, it is NOT designed to be used by children.

Individuals with a compromised respiratory system, such as asthma or emphysema, should consult a physician and complete a medical evaluation prior to use.

When stored according to the temperature and humidity conditions specified in the User Instructions that come with the product, the respirator mask may be used until the "use by" date specified on the product's packaging.

If respirator mask becomes damaged or soiled, or breathing becomes difficult, leave the contaminated area immediately and replace the respirator mask.